1973 Morris Traveller vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris Traveller | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Traveller | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
